MONTGOMERY, Ala. — In an exciting matchup on Monday night, Amarr Knox delivered a standout performance with 26 points, helping Alabama State narrowly defeat Southern with a final score of 82-81. The victory was particularly significant as it halted the Jaguars’ impressive 10-game winning streak.

Knox contributed not only with his scoring but also by dishing out six assists for the Hornets, who now hold a record of 10-14 overall and 6-5 in the Southwestern Athletic Conference. CJ Hines made a considerable impact as well, scoring 19 points after shooting 7 for 15 from the field, which included an impressive 4 for 9 from the three-point line. Additionally, Antonio Madlock added to the Hornets’ tally with 18 points, shooting 7-for-14.

On the opposing side, the Jaguars were led by Cam Amboree, who scored 17 points. Southern’s Dionjahe Thomas contributed a solid performance of his own with 12 points and nine rebounds. Damariee Jones rounded out the effort for the Jaguars by putting up 10 points, along with six rebounds and four blocks.